# Tides Cafe, Christchurch — Reviews & Opening Hours > Tides Cafe — Coffee Shop in Christchurch with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 84 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/restaurants/tides-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Coffee Shop # Tides Cafe Highcliffe, Christchurch [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17954403388435861188&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Tides Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117358521204826893320) **In short:** Tides Cafe is a coffee shop in Christchurch, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 84 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Tides Cafe Tides Cafe is a coffee shop on Lymington Road in Highcliffe. The menu includes brunch items and daily specials, with customers noting generous portions and variety. The cafe takes bookings and accommodates children and groups. Staff are noted for attentive service. The venue is dog-friendly, with staff offering treats to dogs. Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Tides Cafe's own website](https://tideshighcliffe.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM ## What's nearby - Priory Veterinary Group - Highcliffe Branch Surgery next door - Highcliffe Post Office next door - Highcliffe Sports and Social Club 200m away - Premier Inn Christchurch/Highcliffe hotel 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious and freshly cooked food, with many highlighting the generous portions and diverse menu, including popular brunch items and daily specials. They also mention the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the attentive, friendly staff who provide excellent service. Guests appreciate the cafe's dog-friendly policy, with staff often offering treats to canine companions. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (84 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Christchurch Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1351805). [More restaurants in Christchurch](https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (84 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://tideshighcliffe.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01425 272091](tel:01425272091) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Christchurch **Plus Code** 9C2WP8R2+J2 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Christchurch Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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